pages: CityCouncil/2008-10-21.pdf, 5
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CityCouncil | 2008-10-21 | 5 | Mayor Johnson stated the City cut $4 million [ from the budget ] this year; millions of dollars were cut the year before; structural reform is needed. The City Manager stated expenditures and revenues will continue to be monitored; the community will be impacted. Mayor Johnson stated Council voted to place Measure P on the ballot to increase revenue; people need to be given a choice between increasing revenue or making cuts; a public safety parcel tax polled very poorly. Councilmember Matarrese stated some departments night need to be consolidated; the City cannot support the current structure; sharing services with the School District should be reviewed; the City cannot afford not to develop the North of Lincoln Avenue and Alameda Landing projects. The City Manager stated the Revenue Enhancement Team looked at a variety of revenue raising opportunities; discussions involved using Marina fees to help support public safety services in the area. Mayor Johnson stated Council needs more information on Marina fees. Councilmember Gilmore stated tonight's report is very clear and helpful; requested that the report be posted more predominately on the City's website. Councilmember Matarrese stated an analysis would be needed following the outcome of Measure P; quarterly reports will be provided in November mid-year reports will be provided in February the budget will be reviewed in May. Councilmember deHaan stated most municipalities are going through the same exercise and are making drastic cuts. Mayor Johnson stated Measure P would lessen cuts, but cuts would still need to be made. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS (08-450) Recommendation to receive the Fiscal Sustainability Committee report on Other Post Employment Benefits. The Interim Finance Director gave a presentation. Regular Meeting 5 Alameda City Council October 21, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-10-21.pdf |